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CBSA Says 35 Suspects Deported in National Crackdown on Extortion Networks
CBSA disclosed on March 20 that 35 foreign nationals connected to nationwide extortion rings have been deported and 70 removal orders issued. The intensified enforcement signals tougher scrutiny of temporary residents and potential business-continuity risks for employers.
New Canadian Armed Forces Rule Requires Permanent Residents to Hold PR Card for Three Years Before Enlistment
An internal Canadian Armed Forces bulletin confirms that, effective 10 March, permanent residents must have held a PR card for at least three years to enlist. The rule lets recruits apply for citizenship immediately upon joining, but it lengthens the timeline for newcomers who saw military service as a fast track to citizenship and security clearance.